impression
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3.1
- noun
- /ɪmˈprɛʃən/
- I just want to make a good first impression.
- give the impression
- first impression
- make a good impression
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Watch on YouTubeBut that can't be the source of our impression of power, right?
- But that can't be the source of our impression of power, right?
- My first impressions are that it's nice.
- But he made a poor impression and left empty handed.
- But you can really leave a lasting impression and memories by your scent.
- OK, just first impression of the jeans to the touch.
- Or would you rather see a first impression on this foundation?
- So I got to tell you guys first impressions, very impressed.
- And that tracks with my impression of my my growth pattern.
- Here's the very first impression I have something to say.
- At least that's my impression thus far.
Examples
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Most investors have their impressions of hedge funds formed by stories in the lay press.
Academic text (2015) -
I got the distinct impression he wanted to be alone.
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That gave him the impression that they did.
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But they try to give the impression that they are democratic.
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Sometimes students have the mistaken impression that a great performance is due to fate or luck.
Academic text (2011) -
At least that's my impression thus far.
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During the study, the research team met regularly to discuss impressions and guide next steps in data collection.
Academic text (2015) -
In an assessment instrument, students were asked to express their impressions of various aspects of the project.
Academic text (2011) -
What are your first impressions of that analogy?
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During the meeting, I gained the impression that the project would be delayed.
Synonyms
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1.0
A person's view about something
∞
1.0
A natural ability to understand or do something
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3.7
An idea or wish to do something, often sudden
273
2.0
A clear image in your mind of something
153
3.4
The general atmosphere of a place that people notice
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3.2
An opinion about someone's qualities or how much people respect them
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3.5
A clear image you form in your mind
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9.8
A mental image or impression you get from your senses
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6.5
A quick feeling from sight, sound, touch, taste or smell
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9.3
An idea you have before you know or see something
Compounds
- Specialized
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7.7
A test print people use to check for mistakes before the final print
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Etymology
Impression comes from a Latin root meaning 'to press' and is like imprint or impress, which mean to make a mark. So an impression is the 'mark' left on your mind — the quick idea or feeling you get about someone or something.